1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 205 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
